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Definition of Physiatrist
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Physiatrist: A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatrists specialize in restoring optimal function to people with injuries to the muscles, bones, tissues, or nervous system, such as stroke victims.
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